Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. round-by-round updates: UFC 320: Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.: Live round-by-round updates

The UFC 320 main card also features a battle of heavy-hitting light heavyweights as Jiri Prochazka meets Khalil Rountree Jr. Both men enter with reputations for fight-ending abilities, making this one of the most volatile contests of the evening.

Prochazka, a former champion, has built his career on an unorthodox style filled with risk-taking, unpredictability, and knockout power. Though his run since losing the belt has been mixed, he remains one of the division’s most dangerous finishers.

Rountree, meanwhile, has transformed into a genuine contender after years of inconsistency. His striking power and improved composure were on display in previous outings, where he pushed top fighters to their limits. Fighting in his hometown of Las Vegas, Rountree carries both the motivation of the crowd and the pressure of delivering in a marquee spot.

The matchup is a test of discipline and durability. Prochazka thrives in chaos, whereas Rountree will look to stay composed, land with precision, and capitalize on openings. Given their styles, this fight has the potential to produce highlight-reel moments and major implications for the future of the division.

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Round 1

Both fighters are bouncing in and out to land blows early. Rountree is loading up on that left hand and tagging Prochazka every time he steps in. Prochazka is struggling to attack, and Rountree attacks the body. Rountree lands a beautiful left counter after Prochazka tries to land a flying knee. Prochazka is visibly compromised. Rountree lands a beautiful combination and secures the round. What a start to the fight!

Our Score: 10-9 Rountree

Round 2

Rountree lands another beautiful combination as Prochazka tries to close the distance. Rountree lands a stomp kick and a left hand behind that. Rountree is methodically breaking Prochazka's attack and countering with ease. Prochazka is pressuring Rountree now, recognizing that the American might be tired. Rountree lands a few kicks and a strong left hand to close out another dominant round.

Our Score: 10-9 Rountree (20-18 overall)

Round 3

Rountree lands a beautiful combination, but Prochazka is pressuring his opponent to chase the finish. He recognizes Rountree is tired and goes for the finish. He keeps attacking Rountree with wild looping punches, straight kicks, slicing elbows. Rountree is holding on to stay in the fight and maybe get a decision win. Prochazka gives him no chance to recover and lands a beautiful one-two combination to secure the finish. What a performance!

Official Result

Jiri Prochazka defeats Khalil Rountree Jr. by knockout at the 3:04 mark of the third round.

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